Resp Care
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Our Respiratory Care Services Department provides an endotracheal intubation service that responds to all intubation requests. Intubation is performed by registered respiratory therapists who complete an 8-hour training program, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) training and certification, and clinical performance of intubation with supervision. The goals of this service are (1) to provide competent persons for performing this service, (2) to assure a rapid response time, and (3) to be cost-effective. ⋯ Respiratory Care Services can provide an effective intubation service. Cost savings were realized by centralizing equipment.
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Practice Guideline Guideline
AARC clinical practice guideline. Directed cough. American Association for Respiratory Care.